Fans of country music have the best mental health of all music consumers! 52% of country music listeners report that they have less stress and more happiness than other format listeners.

Only 17% of country music listeners reported poor mental health to this study.

The study asked fans to listen to music and report back how they felt. Some of the results included:

• Nearly 75 percent reported a mood boost or reduced stress levels.
• More than 60 percent felt happiness, comfort and energy, while also experiencing less anxiety.
• Nearly one-fifth of responders say music helps them sleep better.

Other findings within this study:

-Taylor Swift is the top artist for helping people through dark times.

-About 1 in 3 healthcare professionals think EDM is the best genre for improving mental health

-Reggae listeners also reported solid mental health.